Congratulations to Melissa Klein of Lake City, Minn. for her summer internship with the Midwest Dairy Association‘s industry relations team in St. Paul, Minn. Melissa is a student at the University of Wisconsin–River Falls pursuing degrees in marketing/communications with an agricultural emphasis, and agriculture business. This internship will certainly be a valuable learning experience!

As intern, Klein will assist with the organization’s industry and product promotion efforts by writing news releases, distributing promotional materials, and coordinating and implementing Princess Kay events during the Minnesota State Fair. Klein developed a passion for the dairy industry at a young age, growing up on a 260-cow dairy farm. She was a runner-up for Princess Kay of the Milky Way in 2004. “I’m enjoying learning a different aspect of the dairy industry this summer,” said Klein. “I get to see both the production and promotion side of the industry.” Klein’s internship began in early June.